Look for the similarities

For as long as I can remember, I've been reminded to look for the similarities. When I first walked into a 12-step meeting almost 20 years ago, that was one of the first signs I saw on the wall. What it meant in the context of recovery is that we need to focus on what …

I volunteered for the scholastic book fair and this is what I saw

I dropped my kids off at 8:30am to start their day, walked to get coffee, then went back into the school for my assigned volunteer time of 8:45am. I said good morning to the security guard who is also a fellow mom and went to get my volunteer pass at the school office. I was …

The Last Pick Up from Preschool

Is there anything more the definition of kids growing up than the word "bittersweet"? It seems every time I speak with other moms lately, we all throw that word around in between tears and relief and gratitude for all that is happening.  I HAVE A LOT OF FEELINGS ABOUT ALL THAT IS HAPPENING RIGHT NOW. We went …